Topology optimization is a well-known design tool that may be also exploited for the optimal
generation of feasible strut-and-tie models (STM) in reinforced concrete structures. The …

Strut-and-Tie modelling (STM) is a well-known approach to design D-regions in reinforced
concrete structures. Because the STM method is based on lower-bound analysis, finding a …

Abstract The Strut-and-Tie Method is considered a basic tool for analysis and design of
reinforced concrete structures and has been incorporated in different codes of practice such …

The performance-based optimization (PBO) method has recently been developed for
topology design of continuum structures with stress, displacement and mean compliance …

A strut-and-tie design methodology is presented for three-dimensional reinforced concrete
structures. The unknown strut-and-tie model is realized through the machinery of a refined …

Stress fields and strut-and-tie models are widely used for design and assessment of
structural concrete members. Although they are often used in the same manner for both …

When employing the strut-and-tie modelling (STM) method in the conceptual design of
reinforced concrete structures, a suitable strut-and-tie (ST) model indicating load transfer …

A numerical method based on topology optimization is proposed to generate optimal strut-
only models for structures made of plain concrete and optimal strut-and-tie models for …

The paper presents a numerical approach for the optimal design of any unidirectional fiber-
reinforcement to improve the structural performance of existing structural elements. A …

This paper aims to develop a method that can automatically generate the optimal layout of
reinforced concrete structures by incorporating concrete strength constraints into the two …